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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LA51 FNSMOT history

LA51 FNS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 140,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

LA51 FNS blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
140,548 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 FNS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 FNS was last recorded at 140,548 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 1,821 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Mar 2014: 102,573 miles, lower than 102,651 miles on 7 Mar 2014.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,727 miles · 30 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
1,821 miles
Average per year
5,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 140,548 miles
  • 2021 – 138,727 miles
  • 2020 – 135,593 miles
  • 2019 – 133,437 miles
  • 2018 – 130,209 miles
  • 2017 – 127,507 miles
  • 2016 – 119,680 miles
  • 2015 – 108,141 miles
  • 2014 – 102,573 miles
  • 2013 – 95,728 miles
  • 2012 – 92,794 miles
  • 2011 – 87,437 miles
  • 2010 – 79,354 miles
  • 2009 – 75,807 miles
  • 2008 – 72,132 miles
  • 2007 – 60,824 miles
  • 2006 – 46,639 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,548 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,548 miles (+1,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    140,548 miles
    Test number
    936267820566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass138,727 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    138,727 miles
    Test number
    274588746667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail138,727 miles (+3,134)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,727 miles
    Test number
    285075935440
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass135,593 miles (+2,156)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    135,593 miles
    Test number
    481938570964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,437 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    133,437 miles
    Test number
    131445351333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail133,435 miles (+3,226)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,435 miles
    Test number
    596386092811
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass130,209 miles (+2,702)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,209 miles
    Test number
    954409970463
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass127,507 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    127,507 miles
    Test number
    730144740831
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail127,507 miles (+7,827)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,507 miles
    Test number
    300626634127
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass119,680 miles (+11,539)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,680 miles
    Test number
    853823594009
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear end broken off spring (but secure)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass108,141 miles (+5,568)7 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    108,141 miles
    Test number
    749727095091
    • NoteBoth outer sills and under wheel arches covered
    • NoteFront screen damage
    • NoteFront wiper blades weak
    • NoteNearside front brake pads starting to wear low
    • NoteOffside head lamp on upper limits
    • NoteRear brake pads starting to wear low
    • NoteUnable to see rear coil springs fully

  12. Pass102,573 miles (-78)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    102,573 miles
    Test number
    617549364085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine oil needs top up
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  13. Fail102,651 miles (+6,923)4 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,651 miles
    Test number
    328226164055
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine oil needs top up
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass95,728 miles (+2,934)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    95,728 miles
    Test number
    957384563068
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFree play in p/st rack -minor 2/slight free uplift in both bottom ball joints 3/both sides rear inner pads wearing low - ok time of test 4/ rear no plate slight damage on alfabet A but readable time of test

  15. Pass92,794 miles (+5,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,794 miles
    Test number
    297988062003
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass87,437 miles (+8,083)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,437 miles
    Test number
    857565051031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass79,354 miles (+3,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    79,354 miles
    Test number
    461577250054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass75,807 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,807 miles
    Test number
    811095869021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,132 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    72,132 miles
    Test number
    653730648000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,132 miles (+11,308)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,132 miles
    Test number
    591920848008
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteLong handbrake travel
    • NoteSome rust both offside and nearside rear metal brake pipes
    • NoteStone chip windscreen

  21. Pass60,824 miles (+14,185)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,824 miles
    Test number
    350883837001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    46,639 miles
    Test number
    973832136093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail46,639 miles2 dangerous5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,639 miles
    Test number
    561612336065
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteWipers noisey

Questions about LA51 FNS

Does LA51 FNS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LA51 FNS expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LA51 FNS?
The MOT on LA51 FNS expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LA51 FNS done?
LA51 FNS was recorded at 140,548 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 5,544 miles a year.
Has LA51 FNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 FNS has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LA51 FNS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Mar 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LA51 FNS find?
LA51 FNS passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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